Aston Villa travelled to Anfield for this clash between somewhat local rivals. Following goals from Darwin Nunez and Mohamed Salah, Liverpool found themselves 2

Liverpool boss Arne Slot has been speaking to the media before Saturday's Premier League game against Aston Villa (kick-off 20:00 GMT). Here are the key lines from his news conference: Diogo Jota is on track to return after the international break but Slot would not say what the injury is that has sidelined him in recent weeks.

Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister says that Arne Slot’s side ‘have a real hold on the title race’ after delivering a 2-0 victory over Aston Villa at Anfield. Darwin Nunez rounded Emi Martinez to beat the keeper from a tight angle in a pulsating first half,